“Great company overall. Do your research before accepting a position. ”

Comp & Benefits

Work/Life Balance

Senior Management

Culture & Values

Career Opportunities

Current Employee - Financial Advisor Trainee

Current Employee - Financial Advisor Trainee

I have been working at Edward Jones full-time (more than a year)

Pros

Salary potential. Small, quiet office. Simple and clean, professional work environment. Phenomenal training and resources instantly available at all times.

Cons

Hidden costs. HARD work and hours for the first few years. Variable income. Poor benefits.

Advice to ManagementAdvice

Be as up front as possible regarding what the experience is like and what the expectations are down the road. It IS all about numbers--not the clients--for the first few years. Show the balance sheet for an office. Explain what is provided and what is not.

Key Words: Stable, Love the People, Does the Right Thing for Our Clients, Treated Fairly, Good Benefits

During the market crash in 2008 / 2009, management took the right steps to drive down non-compensation costs, which allowed everyone to keep their job and maintain profitability as a firm. I'm proud of how we handled the situation we were faced with.

Cons

Limited HQ Growth Opportunities, More Work To Do Than Resources To Do It, Often Unrealistic Expectations

I often find myself frustrated by the amount of work we are expected to get done and the fact that no matter how much we can accomplish, it never seems like it's good enough.

Advice to ManagementAdvice

Need to focus on creating opportunities for home office associates, prioritizing division level initiatives, and investing in home office systems.

Job SecurityPay increasesFriendly environment ( If you work for the right FA, like I do.BonusesRoom for Growth within the companyYou can transfer within the company to another office ANYWHEREYou learn a lot about the financial/investment Industry

Cons

Can be a little boringVery quiet in the officeNot working with very many people. In a small office, it's just you and the Financial Advisor.If you like to work with other people, this isn't for you.